1986 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 23 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Samara | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
