1991 Lada Samara vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 16 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 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 841 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Lada | Mahindra |
| Model | Samara | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3020 mm |
