1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite.
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, 1962 Lotus Elite (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2104 | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | 2104 | Elite |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
