1991 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Yaris |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |