1988 Lada Samara vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Vauxhall Viva weights approximately 5 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Samara | Viva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
