1987 Lada Samara vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 960 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Samara | G |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
