1998 Lada 111 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 111 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 111 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
