1957 Ford Popular vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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, 1988 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Popular | 2104 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |