1987 Lada Samara vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 30 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.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
