2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 410 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 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 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 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Samara II | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
