1995 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 929 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |