1988 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 23 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 859 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 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2011 Acura RDX 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. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Lada | Acura |
| Model | Samara | RDX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
