1990 Lada Samara vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 856 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Samara | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
