1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 22 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 445 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 1988 Lada 2105 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Lada | Brilliance |
| Model | 2105 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
