2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 18 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 596 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.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | XLR | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
