2008 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 373 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 616 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
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 | 81 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 912 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 |