1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 28 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 559 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada 2104 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | 2104 | Z |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |