1986 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1566 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lada | Land Rover |
| Model | Samara | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
