1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 665 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Impala | 2104 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |