1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2105 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | 2105 | Exige |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |