1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Aspire | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
