1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2107 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |
