1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Cortina | Samara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
