1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 16 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 2107 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
