1988 Lada 2107 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1988 Lada 2107 and 1988 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2107 | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2107 | Magna |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |