1997 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1997 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 CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 69 L |