2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Tiburon | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
