1988 Lada Samara vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida

To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 448 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 1985 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lada Samara 1985 Toyota Cressida
Make Lada Toyota
Model Samara Cressida
Year Released 1988 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 2759 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1368 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2670 mm


 

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