1988 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
