2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Mazda | Lada |
Model | B2500 | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2210 mm |