1988 Lada Samara vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Samara | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
