1992 Lada Samara vs. 1992 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1992 Lada Samara and 1992 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Samara weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Renault Clio. 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, 1992 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Samara | 1992 Renault Clio | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Samara | Clio |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |