1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 520 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1989 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1989 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Caprice | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
