1991 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 365 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2651 mm |
