2003 Honda Element vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 15 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. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 710 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Element | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Element | Samara |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |