1988 Lada 2107 vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 1988 Lada 2107 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2107 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. 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 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2107 | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | 2107 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 39 L |