1987 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 69 L |
