1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 885 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | Samara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4784 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
