2002 Lada 117 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 117 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
