2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 13 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Samara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
