2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Bantam | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
