1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Aspire | Samara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
