2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 532 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 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2000 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Avenger | Samara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
