1990 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 23 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1104 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Samara | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3122 mm |
