1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Samara II weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1998 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Festiva | Samara II |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |