1990 Lada Samara vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 565 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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Samara | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
