2009 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 225 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.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
