1988 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1600 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 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2013 Cadillac SRX 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. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Lada | Cadillac |
| Model | Samara | SRX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2807 mm |
