2002 Lada 2123 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2123 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
