1992 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1992 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1992 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 69 L |
