1988 Lada Samara vs. 1992 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Justy is newer by 4 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, 1992 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Subaru Justy.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1992 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Samara | Justy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
