1988 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 502 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 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Samara | C70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
