1992 Lada Samara vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara.
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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lada | Acura |
| Model | Samara | Integra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
