1986 Lada 2104 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2104 | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2104 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
