1984 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 356 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
