1988 Lada Samara vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 825 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 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | Terrano |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |