1990 Lada Samara vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
