2000 Honda Life vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Honda Life 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Life | Samara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |