1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 62 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | 2107 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 80 L |
