2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1986 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Borrego | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
