1978 Lada 1600 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 1600 | 626 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |