1989 Lada Samara vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Lada Samara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada Samara weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada Samara | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Samara | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
