1988 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 745 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2011 Buick Regal 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 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Lada | Buick |
| Model | Samara | Regal |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2738 mm |
