1995 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. 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 2001 Mazda 626. 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, 2001 Mazda 626 (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 626 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |