1988 Lada Niva vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 298 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
