1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 171 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2105 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
