2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 818 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara II | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara II | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
