1989 Lada 2107 vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, both 1989 Lada 2107 and 1989 Rover 216 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 20 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 Rover 216, 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 Rover 216 (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2107 | 1989 Rover 216 | |
Make | Lada | Rover |
Model | 2107 | 216 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |