2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 20 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 147 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.
Because 1980 Lada 2105 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 1980 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Neon | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
