1991 Lada Samara vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1991 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Samara | Life |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |