1988 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Familia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |