1988 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 535 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 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | Samara | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2596 mm |