1990 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S80 weights approximately 505 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, 2002 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Samara | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
