1992 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | Chante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
