1989 Lada 2107 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 709 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 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lada 2107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1989 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2107 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 2107 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
