1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,400 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 723 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lada 2105 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Lada Volkswagen
Model 2105 Sharan
Year Released 1988 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1400 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 17 seconds 10.7 seconds
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 1723 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4854 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1904 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2919 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.5 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.2 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 7.2 L/100km


 

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