1987 Lada Samara vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | 121 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
