1987 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 19 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1587 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 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
