1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 396 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada 2104 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | 2104 | Clio |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |