1988 Lada 2107 vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 465 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, 2000 Renault Safrane, 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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2107 | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 2107 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
