1991 Lada Samara vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 221 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.
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, 1989 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
