1992 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 10 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Samara weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Samara | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
