1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1050 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Lada | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2104 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 97 L |
