1989 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 165 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
