1993 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 438 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
