1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 533 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | 2104 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |