1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 2 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Samara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro.
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 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Maestro | Samara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
