1995 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 12 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
