1992 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 273 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Samara | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara | Polo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |