1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mazda | Lada |
| Model | 626 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
