1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 925 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Caprice | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
