2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C5 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
