2005 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 18 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 865 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | S4 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
