1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 2105 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1289 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
