1995 Lada Samara vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Samara | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara | 929 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |