1986 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1359 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 99 L |
