1996 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Familia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |