1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 25 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 690 kg more 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Lada | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2105 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
