1987 Ford Laser vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 124 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
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, 1994 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Laser | Samara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
