1988 Lada Samara vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
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 Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
