1988 Lada Samara vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 91 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.
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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
