1990 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Samara | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2737 mm |
