1991 Lada Samara vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 691 kg more than 1991 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Previa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
