1992 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 610 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Samara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
