1988 Lada Samara vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mazda Cosmo 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 1984 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
