1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Lantis | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Lantis | Livina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
