1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | 2104 | PV 544 1.8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |