1987 Lada Samara vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 7 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Samara | 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
