1986 Lada Samara vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 14 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 560 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Almera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
