1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 188 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Ascari | Lada |
| Model | Ecosse | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
