1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 256 kg more than 1988 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Spirit | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
