1987 Lada Samara vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, both 1987 Lada Samara and 1987 Ford Aerostar were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (88 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 485 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 1987 Ford Aerostar 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 Aerostar. 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Samara | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
