2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 337 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Colorado | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
