1983 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 66 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 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. 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, both vehicles can yield 98 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Capri | Samara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
