1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104. 1975 Datsun 280Z has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Datsun 280Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Lada | Datsun |
| Model | 2104 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2304 mm |
