1988 Lada 2107 vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 18 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tamora weights approximately 115 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.
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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2107 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | 2107 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
