1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. 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, 1985 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | 2105 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
