1990 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 21 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 718 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | Samara | i40 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |