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


 

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