2001 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 14 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 770 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Legend | Samara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
