1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 678 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105. 2007 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 2105 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
