1987 Lada 2104 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Lada 2104 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 2104 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |