1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 208 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
