1994 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Samara | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
