1987 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 181 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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | Samara | Rio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 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 | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
