1989 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1989 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada Samara | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Samara | S4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
