1995 Lada Samara vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Lada | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Samara | Rural |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
