1993 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 19 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 439 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Samara | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2537 mm |
