1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 472 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada 2107 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 2107 | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |