1988 Lada Samara vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 49 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 875 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 |
