1982 Lada 1200 vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200.
Because 1982 Lada 1200 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 1982 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, 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, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada 1200 | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
