1988 Lada 2104 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 110 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, 2006 Mazda 3, 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 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2104 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
