1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 762 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 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104. 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | 2104 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
