1989 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 412 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara. 2010 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1989 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1989 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada Samara | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |