1988 Lada 2104 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada 2104 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 1988 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2104 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 2104 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |