1987 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 18 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 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
