1986 Lada 2107 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 939 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.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada 2107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1986 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada 2107 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | 2107 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
