1991 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. 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, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Niva | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | AZ |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |