1992 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1992 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1992 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Samara | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |