2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 355 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 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Explorer | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
