1995 Lada Samara vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Carina weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Carina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
