1987 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 458 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.
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1987 Lada Samara | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara | 3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1100 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |