2004 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada Niva | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |