1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Lada 2105 (118 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 1980 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2105 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
