1993 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1993 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara. 2013 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Lada Samara | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1927 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5108 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1728 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2875 mm |