1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 572 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 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, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105. 2012 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | 2105 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
