1988 Lada Samara vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 250 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 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Samara | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
