2005 Kia Amanti vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Kia Amanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Amanti weights approximately 904 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Amanti | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Amanti | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
