2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 974 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.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2007 GMC Canyon 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 Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Canyon | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
