1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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, 1987 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada 2107 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | 2107 | Rex |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1930 mm |