1988 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 431 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Samara | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
