1989 Lada 2104 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 20 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 845 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.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104. 2009 Opel Antara 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. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | 2104 | Antara |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |