1988 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Mazda 3

To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 634 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.

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, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lada Samara 2009 Mazda 3
Make Lada Mazda
Model Samara 3
Year Released 1988 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 70 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 83.1 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2650 mm


 

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