2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 16 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 472 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | C-MAX | Samara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
