1981 Lada 2105 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada 2105 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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.
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1981 Lada 2105 | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 2105 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |