1995 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |