2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123. 2010 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2004 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | 2123 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
