2004 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 451 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 320 | 2104 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |