1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
