1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1987 Lada 2107 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2107 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
