2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 13 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Sonoma | Samara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
