1952 Allard Safari vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, 1989 Lada Samara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 556 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1989 Lada Samara | |
Make | Allard | Lada |
Model | Safari | Samara |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |