1983 Ford Laser vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser, 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 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Laser | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
