1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | Testarossa | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
