1986 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 25 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 454 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Touran |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
