2005 Lada 2123 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 2123 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2123 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
