1988 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 54 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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 (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Samara | Arosa |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |