1994 Ford Contour vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 322 kg more than 1990 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1990 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Contour | Samara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |