1987 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 860 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 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
