1987 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 954 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
