1985 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1985 Ford Escort (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Samara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 103 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 Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
