1988 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi 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 1,499 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 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 115 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2005 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
