1988 Lada Samara vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 15 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 706 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Samara | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
