2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 662 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.
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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | FR-V | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
