1990 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 20 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 514 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, 2010 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Samara | Stream |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
