1980 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, 1986 Lada 2107 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2107 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1986 Lada 2107 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
