1986 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 315 kg more 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Samara | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | Samara | Fabia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |