1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. 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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Zodiac | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
