1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 157 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | 2105 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
