1987 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Samara | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
