1987 Lada 2104 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 535 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lada | Xedos |
| Model | 2104 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
