1995 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lada Niva (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
