1988 Lada Samara vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 326 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Because 1963 Lotus Elan 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 1963 Lotus Elan. 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, 1963 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | Samara | Elan |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |