1998 Lada Samara II vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara II | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
