1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 31 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica.
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, 2011 Tata Indica, 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, 2011 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Lada | Tata |
Model | 2105 | Indica |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |