2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 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 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Jazz | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
