1998 BMW 323 vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 323 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
