1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104.
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, 1988 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | Lada | MG |
| Model | 2104 | YB |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
