1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 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, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Lada | Studebaker |
| Model | 2107 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
