1990 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 375 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 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Samara | Swift |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |