1988 Lada Samara vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 146 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
