1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada 2104 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Lada | Peugeot |
Model | 2104 | 505 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |