2003 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | Levante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
