1988 Lada Samara vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
