1989 Lada 2107 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 489 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2107 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2107 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 129 L |
