1987 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 615 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Altima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
