1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 1986 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Samara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charmant | Samara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
