1986 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Samara | Focus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
