1987 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 19 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Lada | Land Rover |
| Model | Samara | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |
