1983 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. Both 1983 Audi 80 and 1989 Lada 2104 are equipped with a 1,294 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lada 2104 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 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, 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, 1983 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 80 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
