1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | 2104 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |