1990 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Lada | Proton |
| Model | Samara | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
