1991 Lada Samara vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 541 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Samara | Volare |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |