2005 Lada 112 vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Lada 112 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lada 112. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 112 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 112. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 112 | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 112 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
