1992 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 562 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Samara | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Samara | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2725 mm |