1996 Lada Samara vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1996 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Samara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Samara | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Samara | 100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
