1989 Lada 2104 vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 2104 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |