1990 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Twingo weights approximately 135 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 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Samara | Twingo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |