1987 Lada Samara vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 20 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
