1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 424 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | 2105 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |