2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1558 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Silverado | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
