1996 Lada Samara vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 kg more than 1996 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Samara | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |