1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105.
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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2105 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
