1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 2105 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. 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, 1958 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | 2105 | 120 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |