1988 Lada Samara vs. 1993 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Alto 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1993 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Samara | Alto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2180 mm |
