1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 518 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corvette | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
