1980 Lada S vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada S would be higher. At 3,385 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Lada S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada S | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | S | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3385 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 328 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1335 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |