1988 Lada Samara vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 430 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 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Samara | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
