2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 16 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1032 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Sprinter | Samara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
