1995 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 219 kg more than 1999 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 121 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |