1988 Lada Samara vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 224 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 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Samara | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |