1992 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 220 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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Samara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
