1985 Lada 2105 vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 731 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2105 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2105 | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | 2105 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
