1988 Lada Samara vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Samara | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
