1988 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 765 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 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2004 Toyota Highlander 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. 2004 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
