1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2002 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada 2105 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 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2002 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2105 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
