2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 50 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
