1986 Lada Samara vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 325 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Lada | Proton |
| Model | Samara | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
