1999 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
