1998 Lada Samara II vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Samara II weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara II | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
