1993 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 647 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Samara | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
