1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 18 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 625 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 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2105. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2105 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | 2105 | S40 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |