1986 Lada 2107 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 468 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2107 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | 2107 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
