1987 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 430 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 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
