2001 Lada Samara II vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Samara II | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara II | Soarer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |