1987 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 544 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Samara | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |