1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 1988 Lada 2107 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 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 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Statesman | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
