1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 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 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 2105 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
