2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | 2123 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
