1988 Lada Samara vs. 2001 Lada 111
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 is newer by 13 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. Both 1988 Lada Samara and 2001 Lada 111 are equipped with a 1,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 111 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2001 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Samara | 111 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
