1988 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Swift 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Samara | Swift |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
