1987 Lada Samara vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 132 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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Samara | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
