1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 995 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 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 2105. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lada | Land Rover |
| Model | 2105 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
