1986 Lada Samara vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1986 Lada Samara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 695 kg more than 1986 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Samara | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Samara | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |