1995 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | Chante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
