1993 Lada Samara vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 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, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Samara | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Samara | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
