1991 Lada Samara vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 899 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Lada | GMC |
| Model | Samara | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2857 mm |
