1990 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Scenic weights approximately 295 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, 2012 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
