1994 Lada Samara vs. 2003 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Demio weights approximately 36 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara.
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, 2003 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Samara | 2003 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | Demio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
