2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, both 2002 Lada Samara II and 2002 Honda Z were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Samara II (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Samara II | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Samara II | Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |