1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 2101 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 9 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Zastava 2101. 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 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada 2107 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Lada | Zastava |
Model | 2107 | 2101 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |