1988 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 17 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 815 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.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Samara | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
