2005 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
