1989 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 22 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, 2011 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada Samara weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada Samara | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Samara | Spark |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
