2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 19 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1657 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.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Envoy | Samara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
