1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1606 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1985 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2104 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
