1990 Lada Samara vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1988 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Samara | 900i |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
