2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II 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. Both 2002 Lada Samara II and 1988 Lada Samara are equipped with a 1,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara 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 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Samara II | Samara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
