1991 Lada Niva vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 770 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
