1988 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 19 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 weights approximately 30 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | MazdaSpeed6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |