1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 25 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 578 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, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada 2107 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | 2107 | i40 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |