1986 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 935 kg more than 1986 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Samara | Antara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
