1987 Lada Samara vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 975 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |