1988 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Samara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
