1987 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Lada | Audi |
Model | Samara | A4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |