2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara.
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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Acadia | Samara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |