2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 440 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1990 Lada Samara | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Ram | Samara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |