1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 360 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 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 2105 | Passat |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |