1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 885 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.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2104 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
