1989 Lada 2107 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 470 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.
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, 1990 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2107 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | 2107 | 960 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 263 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |