1989 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 16 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada Samara weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107.
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, 1989 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada Samara | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 107 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
