1987 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1412 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.4 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |