2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Ram | Samara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2470 mm |
