1988 Lada 2107 vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 17 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 1,451 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 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2107 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. 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, 2005 Tata Indigo, 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 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2107 | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | 2107 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
