1984 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2104 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1986 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
