1987 Lada Samara vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
