1987 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 237 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 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara | Polo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |