1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 166 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, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | 2104 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |