2000 Lada Samara vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara | SP2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |