1999 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |