1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 700 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.
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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1989 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1989 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
Model | 2104 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |