1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 19 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 800 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 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | 2105 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2425 mm |
