2005 Lada 112 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Lada 112 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Lada 112. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 112. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 112 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 112 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
