1989 Lada 2107 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, both 1989 Lada 2107 and 1989 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21, 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, 1989 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2107 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | 2107 | 21 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2820 mm |