1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 493 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Camaro | Samara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
