1998 Lada Samara II vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 577 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Samara II | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
