1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 310 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 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Scorpio | Samara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
