1987 Lada Samara vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
