1990 Lada Samara vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, both 1990 Lada Samara and 1990 Volvo 780 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 660 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 1990 Volvo 780 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | Samara | 780 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 143 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |