2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1989 Rover 216 (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 216 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 | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Samara II | 216 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
