1988 Lada Samara vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 109 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | Sunny |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |