1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2104 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada 2104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lada 2104 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 2104 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
