1980 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada 2104 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 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1980 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
