2001 Lada Samara II vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Samara II | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
