1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Impala | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
