1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1293 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 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 2105 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 2105 | T5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |