2002 GMC Safari vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Safari | 1990 Lada Samara | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Safari | Samara |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |