1987 Lada Samara vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 11 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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, 1987 Lada Samara (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
