2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105.
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, 2009 GMC Sierra (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
