1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 27 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 736 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 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | 2104 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
