1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 537 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sportage | Samara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
