1989 Ford Granada vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Granada weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Granada | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 43 L |
