1998 Lada Samara II vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Samara II weights approximately 58 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara II | 616 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
