1991 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1596 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |