1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 17 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), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 2012 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2012 Mazda CX-7 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. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |