2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 881 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.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Town & Country | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
