1988 Lada Samara vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Because 1967 TVR Vixen 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 TVR Vixen. 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 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm). This means 1967 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | Samara | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
