2005 Lada 2123 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 2123 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 2123 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
