1993 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 804 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Samara | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Samara | Charger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3048 mm |
