1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1996 Mercury Mystique is newer by 16 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 217 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | 2105 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
