1991 Acura Legend vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | Legend | Samara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
