1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Cortina | Samara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 43 L |
