2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1530 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 2002 Bentley Azure 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 2002 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Bentley | Lada |
| Model | Azure | Samara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
