1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1949 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
Make | AC | Lada |
Model | 2-Litre | 2104 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |