2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Expedition | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2430 mm |
