1987 Lada Samara vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 115 L |
