1988 Lada Samara vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 12 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 779 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 156 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 2000 Lotec C 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 892 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | Lotec |
| Model | Samara | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
