2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 940 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | LaCrosse | Samara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
