2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 819 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Galaxy | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
