1995 Lada Samara vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Samara weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
