2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 21 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 190 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fusion | Samara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
