1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 708 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fairlane | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
