1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada 2105 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 1980 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2105 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
