1987 Lada Samara vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1987 Lada Samara (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Samara | Alto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2180 mm |
