1994 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Samara | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lada | Xedos |
| Model | Samara | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
