2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Samara weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Terios | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
