2002 Lada 110 vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 110 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
