1990 Lada Samara vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara.
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, 1981 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 1981 Renault 18 | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Samara | 18 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 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 | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |