1975 Honda 145 vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 145 | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | 145 | Samara |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |