1987 Lada Samara vs. 1984 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 167 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.
Because 1984 Lotus Esprit 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 1984 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1984 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Samara | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
