1987 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 22 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 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
