1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Buick Centurion 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 1974 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Centurion | Samara |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |