1989 Lada 2107 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2107 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2107 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
