100 C3 vs 2105: which is better?
Audi 100 C3 (1982–1991) vs Lada 2105 (1980–2010): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi 100 C3
Lada 2105Specifications
| Audi 100 C3 | Lada 2105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 1982–1991 | 1980–2010 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.8 | 1.5 |
| Power, up to | 90 hp | 72 hp |
| Torque, up to | 150 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | rear-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 793 mm | 4 130 mm |
| Width | 1 814 mm | 1 620 mm |
| Height | 1 422 mm | 1 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 687 mm | 2 424 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 170 mm |
| Fuel tank | 80 L | 39 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 15 075 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Audi 100 C3
Pros
- Large tank: 80 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Modest power: up to 90 hp
- Age: the last cars were built in 1991, condition is everything
Lada 2105
Pros
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Small fuel tank: 39 L
- Modest power: up to 72 hp
Which one to choose
- 100 C3 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
- 2105 — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: 100 C3 or 2105?
100 C3: up to 90 hp, 2105: up to 72 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: 100 C3 — about 15 075 ₸, 2105 — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.