1987 Lada 2107 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 600 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, 1998 Toyota Previa, 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2107 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 75 L |
