1988 Lada Samara vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 536 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 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Samara | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |