1988 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 761 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Highlander |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |