2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 986 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | 300 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
