2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104.
Because 1988 Lada 2104 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 1988 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
