1988 Lada Samara vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 410 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, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara | Delta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
