1991 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
