1977 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
