1986 Lada 2107 vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1986 Lada 2107 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2107 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1986 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2107 | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | 2107 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
