1987 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 165 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.
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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Samara | Aerio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |