1990 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 490 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
