1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, both 1986 Austin Maestro and 1986 Lada 2107 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2107 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Austin Maestro, 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, 1986 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Maestro | 2107 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |