1990 Lada Samara vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1084 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 2007 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Samara | Kyron |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |