1986 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 484 kg more than 1987 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 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Taurus | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
