1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 954 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.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Samara |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |