1986 Lada 2104 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 913 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.
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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2104 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | 2104 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
