1987 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
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, 1987 Lada Samara (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
