1986 Lada 2104 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2104 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Renault 5, 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 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2104 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 2104 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
