1987 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 405 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
