1987 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 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 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
