2004 Lada 111 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Lada 111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Lada 111. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 929 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 1974 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 111, 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 111 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 111 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
