1982 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Taunus (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Taunus weights approximately 26 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada 2105 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Taunus | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
