2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1031 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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Canyon | Samara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
