1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 501 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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | 2104 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
