1990 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Samara | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2299 mm |