1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 515 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 1988 Lada 2104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104. 1999 Renault Safrane 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. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 2104 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
