1991 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 21 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
| Model | Samara | Terios |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
