1988 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Partner is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Partner (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1999 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | Partner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
