1990 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 295 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | Samara | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |