2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2004 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2004 Lada 2123 and 2004 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Superb weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Superb. 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, 2004 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2004 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | 2123 | Superb |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
