1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, 1989 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1989 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | Samara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |