2007 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 556 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, 2007 Honda Accord (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Accord | Samara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |