1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 20 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 520 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2105 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
