1988 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 480 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 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lada | Land Rover |
| Model | Samara | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
