2004 Lada 2123 vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada 2123 | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | 2123 | 924 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |