1988 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 22 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Tocsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa 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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa (237 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm). This means 2010 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa 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. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2010 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Lada | Daewoo |
| Model | Samara | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
