2001 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
