2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma 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, 2005 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sonoma | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Sonoma | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |
