1988 Lada Samara vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 9 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 23 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life 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, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Samara | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |