1988 Lada Samara vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 70 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Samara | Vitara |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |