1996 Lada Samara vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 15 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 280 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 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Samara | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | Duster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
