1988 Lada 2107 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 500 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2107 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 2107 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
