1990 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2009 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara.
Because 2009 Maybach Landaulet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maybach Landaulet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 901 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 2009 Maybach Landaulet 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. 2009 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2009 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Lada | Maybach |
| Model | Samara | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3828 mm |
