1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 17 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 135 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2107 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 15 seconds |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
