1978 Lada 1200 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1200 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |