1988 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 16 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 770 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 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 2004 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Samara | GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
