1987 Lada Samara vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 830 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 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Lada | GMC |
Model | Samara | Canyon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |