1971 Holden Torana vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Torana | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
