2005 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
