2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Samara II | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara II | Roadster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |