1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 19 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1183 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 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada 2107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 2107 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 68 L |
