1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 25 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 695 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 2105 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
