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Lada Samara

General information

ModelLada Samara
Year1986
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1288 ccm (78.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1288 ccm (78.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power65.00 PS (48 kW or 64 HP) at 5550 Rev. per min.
Max torque98.00 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.9:1
Bore x stroke76.0 x 71.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0707 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space3980 litres (1,052 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight920 kg (2,028.3 pounds)
Overall length4010 mm (157.9 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)
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