1988 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 809 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | Samara | S60 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |