1988 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 764 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 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3710 mm |
