1985 Lada 2104 vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1987 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Lada | Zastava |
| Model | 2104 | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
