1989 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1999 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 115 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada Samara | 1999 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 kg |
