1985 Lada 2104 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 9 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada 2104 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | 2104 | 968 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |