1987 Lada Samara vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 107 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
