1998 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
