1988 Lada Samara vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
Because 1995 Morgan 4 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 1995 Morgan 4. 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Samara | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
