1999 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Chante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |