1996 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1996 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Samara | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Samara | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |