1970 Buick GS vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 570 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | GS | 2107 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |