2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lada 21 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Lada Mazda
Model 21 MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 80 HP 159 HP
Torque 120 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 50 L


 

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