1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 511 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, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2104 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
