1988 Lada Samara vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
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, 1985 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
