2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Wrangler | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
