1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Lada 2104 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lada 2104 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 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | 100 | 2104 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |