1988 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 697 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Samara | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
