2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 615 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 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Viper | Samara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
