2007 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 318 | 2104 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |