1987 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1331 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
