1987 Lada 2104 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 2104 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
