2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2123 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
