2004 BMW 116 vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 15 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 220 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, 2004 BMW 116 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 116 | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 116 | 2107 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |