2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
