1995 Lada Samara vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 305 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
