1990 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 22 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i10 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 28 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Samara | i10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
