1986 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
