1986 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, both 1986 Ford Fiesta and 1986 Lada 2104 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2104 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1986 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 1986 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1986 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fiesta | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
