1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2107 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
