1988 Lada Samara vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 19 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 3 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 244 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2007 Mazda 2 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara | 2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |