2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 118 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara II | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
