1986 Lada 2104 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 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 14 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2104 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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, both vehicles can yield 94 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1986 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2104 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 2104 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
