1989 Lada 2104 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 286 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | 2104 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |