1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 334 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | 2105 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
