1992 Lada Samara vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Plymouth |
| Model | Samara | Colt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
