1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 560 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.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | 2104 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |