1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 837 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 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | 2107 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
