1995 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 580 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 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Samara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
