2011 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mazda | Lada |
| Model | RX-8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2703 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
