1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 1989 Lada 2104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2104 | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 2104 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
