1992 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 286 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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 306 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
