2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 1989 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Sportwagon | Samara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
