1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2105 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada 2105 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2105 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fiesta | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
