1980 Lada 1200 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 1200 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | 6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |