1985 Lada 2104 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. 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, 1985 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada 2104 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | 2104 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |