2001 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. 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 2000 Mazda 121. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 121 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |