1988 Lada Samara vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 4 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara | Passat |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |