1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 371 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2105 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
