1987 Lada Samara vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1250 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 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Lada Samara | 1996 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Samara | G |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |