1986 Lada Samara vs. 1996 Lada 110
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara.
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, 1996 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 1996 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Samara | 110 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
