1989 Lada 2104 vs. 2009 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Opel Tigra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Tigra weights approximately 119 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 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, 2009 Opel Tigra, 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, 2009 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2104 | 2009 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 2104 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
