1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
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, 2002 Mini Cooper, 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | 2107 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
