1987 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 555 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
