1985 Lada 2104 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Lada | Plymouth |
| Model | 2104 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
