1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
