1988 Lada Samara vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Riley Pathfinder 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 1955 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Lada | Riley |
Model | Samara | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |