1986 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 12 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Samara II weights approximately 75 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, 1998 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
