1988 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 445 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 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
