2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 587 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sportage | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
