1988 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 14 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 166 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Samara | Samurai |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |