1987 Lada Samara vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 240 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |