1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 136 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Taft | Samara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
