2002 Lada 117 vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 626 (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626.
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, 1986 Mazda 626 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 117 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
