2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 22 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 550 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Brilliance | Lada |
| Model | BS4 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
