1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 325 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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 64 L |
