1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1991 Ford Tempo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Tempo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Tempo | Samara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
