1987 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 336 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Samara | Colorado |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |