1987 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 41 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Samara | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
