1987 Lada Samara vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lada Samara (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
