2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P6 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 1971 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II, 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Samara II | P6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
