1995 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2009 Mazda 6 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. 2009 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
