1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 270 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 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | 2107 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |
