1995 Lada Samara vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Samara | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
