1988 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 628 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2010 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Samara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
