1988 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 16 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 517 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
