1988 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara | Demio |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |