1987 Lada Samara vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1987 Lada Samara and 1987 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 10 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, 1987 Peugeot 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Lada | Peugeot |
Model | Samara | 309 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |