2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Nubira 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 2000 Daewoo Nubira (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Nubira | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lada |
| Model | Nubira | Samara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
