1995 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 16 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 1,390 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 378 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1404 mm |
