1995 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Accord | Samara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
