2000 Lada 112 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 112 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 112 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
