1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 215 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 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 2104 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
