1987 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 902 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Samara | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
