1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 17 weights approximately 40 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.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17, 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, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 2107 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
