2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | 2107 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |