1987 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 26 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 265 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | Samara | Coupe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |