1988 Lada Samara vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Samara | Exige |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
