2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 411 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (135 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Ranger | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |
