1998 Lada Samara II vs. 1993 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 121 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 150 kg more than 1993 Mazda 121.
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, 1998 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 1993 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara II | 121 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
