1983 Lada 2105 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1983 Lada 2105 and 1983 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 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.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada 2105 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | 2105 | 240 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |