1987 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 440 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 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Samara | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
