1988 Lada Samara vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 660 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 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Samara | 928 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |