1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 1987 Lada 2107 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | 2107 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 37 L |
