1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2104 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
