2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 66 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Taurus | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Taurus | Samara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |