1996 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
