1987 Lada Samara vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 1997 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Samara | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
