1988 Lada Samara vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda 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. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 330 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 2001 Pagani Zonda 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 2001 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Lada | Pagani |
| Model | Samara | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
