1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1975 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 304.
Because 1988 Lada 2105 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 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 304, 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, 1988 Lada 2105 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1975 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 2105 | 304 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
