1988 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 345 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 Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Tribute |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |