2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 9 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 241 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, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Optra 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Samara II | Optra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
