1998 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |