1987 Lada 2104 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 21 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 450 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada 2104 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2104 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.3 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |