1992 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 28 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
