1990 Lada Samara vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Subaru Leone (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone 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, 1976 Subaru Leone (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Samara | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
