1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 221 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, 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 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | 2105 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
