1988 Lada Samara vs. 1992 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Venturi Coupe 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 335 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 1992 Venturi Coupe 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 1992 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1992 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1992 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Lada | Venturi |
Model | Samara | Coupe |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |