2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 232 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fiesta | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
