1990 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara.
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 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 2008 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
