2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 675 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada 2107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Santa Fe | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 39 L |
