1988 Lada Samara vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Samara | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
