1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 976 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Astro | Samara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
