2000 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
