1990 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Celica weights approximately 256 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 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
