1987 Lada Samara vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, both 1987 Lada Samara and 1987 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 605 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 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Samara | 928 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |