1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 510 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2105 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
