1988 Lada Samara vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 114 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.
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, 1992 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Samara | 480 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
