1988 Lada Samara vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 31 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
