2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 330 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Mobilio | Samara |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |