1989 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, both 1989 Buick Regal and 1989 Lada Samara were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Regal weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Regal | 1989 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Regal | Samara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
