1993 Lada Samara vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Samara weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Samara | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |