1999 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 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 26 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 360 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 323 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |