1996 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 855 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Samara | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
