1982 Austin Marina vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 42 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Austin Marina 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 1982 Austin Marina. 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Marina | Samara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
