1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1340 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2107 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 135 L |
